AMA CPT® Assistant - 2017 Issue 11 (November)
Surgery: Musculoskeletal System Q&A (November 2017)
November 2017 page 10 Surgery: Musculoskeletal System Question: A podiatrist performed a right second and third metatarsophalangeal joint arthroplasty with insertion of a hinged silicone implant in each toe. How is this reported? Answer:Currently, there is no specific Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) code to report this procedure. Therefore, an implant of a lesser metatarsophalangeal joint (MTPJ) should be reported with code 28899, Unlisted procedure, foot or toes. When reporting an unlisted code to describe a procedure or service, it will be necessary to submit supporting documentation (eg, procedure report) along with the claim to provide an adequate description...
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